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Pygmalion, Roslyn, NY, 1937. Creator: Unknown
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Pygmalion, Roslyn, NY, 1937. Creator: Unknown
Pygmalion, Roslyn, NY, 1937. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S. Works Progress Administration in 1935, was designed to conserve and develop the skills of theater workers, re-employ them on public relief, and to bring theater to thousands in the United States who had never before seen live theatrical performances
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Administration Works Progress Bernard Shaw Capital Letter Cream Cream Colour English Text Ernst Toller Federal Theatre Project Gb Shaw George Bernard Shaw Mr Gb Shaw New Deal No More Peace Playbill Publicity Pygmalion Shaw Bernard Shaw George Bernard Theatre Of The Four Seasons Theatrical Toller Ernst Typeface Western Script Works Progress Administration
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This photograph, titled "Pygmalion," showcases a vintage playbill from the Roslyn, NY production of George Bernard Shaw's classic play, staged under the Federal Theatre Project in 1937. Established in 1935 as part of the New Deal's Works Progress Administration, the Federal Theatre Project aimed to preserve and develop theater skills, re-employ workers on public relief, and bring live performances to communities across the United States. The playbill's design is a testament to the era's artistic sensibilities, with its cream-colored background and bold, red lettering. The title of the play, "Pygmalion," is written in a striking Western Script typeface, while the subtitle, "A Modern Version of the Ancient Greek Myth," is displayed in a more understated, yet elegant, sans-serif font. The image of George Bernard Shaw, affectionately referred to as "Mr. Shaw," graces the top left corner of the poster, adding a personal touch to the publicity material. The Federal Theatre Project's production of "Pygmalion" was directed by Ernst Toller, an influential German-American playwright and theater director. Shaw's play, which explores the themes of social class and personal transformation, was a popular choice for the project, as it resonated with the political and social climate of the 1930s. The play's tagline, "No More Peace," reflects the turbulent times and the desire for change that characterized the era. This photograph is a valuable piece of American heritage art, showcasing the rich history of the Federal Theatre Project and the enduring appeal of George Bernard Shaw's timeless work. The Library of Congress holds this and many other treasures from the Federal Theatre Project, preserving them for future generations to appreciate and learn from.
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